A Marriage Equality reception will be held Thursday, Feb. 12, 7-9 p.m. at High Risk Gallery, 1113 W. Belmont, Chicago. The event will honor the commitments made by local same-sex couples, and shower appreciation on supportive family, colleagues, faith leaders, and friends. Taste the cake. Catch the bouquet. Dance. Celebrate. Hosted by Lambda Legal, and High Risk Gallery MC’d by Anthony Rapp, of Rent notoriety. The event is free, but RSVPs are requested: RoiAnn Phillips at Feb12Chicago@lambdalegal.org or call (312) 663-4413 ext. 43.